miscalculation

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Noun miscalculation has 1 sense

miscalculation, misreckoning, misestimation - a mistake in calculating
--₁ is a kind of mistake, error, fault
--₁ has particulars:
backfire, boomerang; rounding, rounding error; truncation error

Derived forms: verb miscalculate₁, verb miscalculate₂

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Miscalculation

Definition:

A miscalculation refers to an error or mistake made in determining a numerical value, estimating a quantity, or judging a situation.

Sample Sentences:

Due to a miscalculation in the measurements, the bridge was too short to connect the two coasts.
Her miscalculation of the currency exchange rate resulted in unexpected financial losses.
The coach's miscalculation in tactics during the crucial game led to the team's defeat.

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